Audience Engagement Officer

At a Glance

Work type: 21 hours - 3 days a week.
Salary: From $91,365.95 (pro-rata) + 12% superannuation
Employment Type: Part Time, Term Contract for up to 12 months.
Closing date: 9pm, Sunday 23 August 2026

The City of Parramatta is in the midst of significant growth and transformation. With a community that brings together many cultures, skills and stories, a changing skyline and new investments, this is an exciting time to be part of the journey. Parramatta 2050 gives us a clear picture of where we’re heading; a connected, creative and sustainable City with opportunities for everyone. Every role at City of Parramatta contributes to this next chapter, helping us build a strong, thriving Parramatta for the people who live, work and spend time here.

About the role
The position is responsible for developing and coordinating audience engagement and development initiatives across Parramatta Artists Studios, supporting increased participation, audience connection and visibility for Western Sydney artists.

In this role you will:

• Develop and deliver initiatives that increase participation, engagement, and connections between Western Sydney artists and audiences.
• Manage the promotion and positioning of Parramatta Artists Studios through marketing campaigns, digital communications, social media, website content, and audience development strategies.
• Establish and maintain relationships with community organisations, cultural groups, educational institutions, and key stakeholders to expand participation and audience reach.
• Deliver artist-led engagement programs, outreach activities, audience research, and evaluation processes to measure impact and support reporting requirements.
• Develop initiatives that increase access and participation for diverse communities, represent Parramatta Artists Studios at events, and manage project budgets and reporting requirements.

What’s on offer

We are offering a 21-hour term contract for up to 12 months, with a competitive remuneration package from $91,365.95 (pro-rata) plus 12% superannuation.

Your employee experience with City of Parramatta includes: 

• Flexibility: Hybrid working conditions, flexi‑time scheme, additional leave over the Christmas period 
• Wellbeing: Employee led networks (ERGs), Fitness passport, Flu vaccinations, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Ongoing wellbeing initiatives, Health insurance discounts.
• Location & Convenience: Central Parramatta location, discounted parking, Novated leasing available
• Growth: Learning and development programs, leadership pathways, free LinkedIn Learning 

About you

The successful candidate is someone who:

• Demonstrated experience in arts marketing, communications, audience development or audience engagement. 
• Experience developing and delivering marketing, communications and audience engagement campaigns across digital and physical platforms. 
• Experience coordinating projects, programs or campaigns involving multiple stakeholders and partners.
• Knowledge of Western Sydney arts and cultural contexts.

To be considered for this role, you must meet the essential requirements in the Position Description, including:
Qualifications/Licences: 

• Tertiary qualification in Arts Administration/Management, Communications, Marketing, and/or equivalent competencies gained through career and industry experience.

Want to know more?

Review our Values Flyer to learn more about the behaviours that guide how we work. 

Further details about this role can be found in the Position Description. 

For a confidential discussion, please contact the Recruitment Team via ••••@cityofparramatta.nsw.gov.au.

How to apply

Applications must be submitted online by 9pm, Sunday 23 August 2026. Applications submitted by other means will not be accepted.

Please upload:

• Current resume and cover letter addressing the Position Description

Please note: Candidates who do not meet the essential qualification and licence requirements may not progress through the recruitment process.

The City of Parramatta supports a drug and alcohol‑free working environment. Employees may be subject to random testing.

How we work: Inclusion & Belonging
At the City of Parramatta, inclusion and belonging are central to how we work. We’re building a workforce that reflects our diverse community and value different perspectives and lived experiences. We welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people living with disability, people of all ages, women, culturally and linguistically diverse communities, LGBTQIA+ people, ADF veterans, and others who bring unique perspectives.

We are committed to a fair, inclusive, and accessible recruitment process and support reasonable adjustments throughout recruitment and employment – contact ••••@cityofparramatta.nsw.gov.au for a confidential discussion.

Eligibility: 
Please note you must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen or a permanent resident in Australia to apply for this position. Applicants holding valid visas may be considered for Casual or Term contracts subject to their visa work conditions.